The name Elgie, of Scottish origin, is a variant form of the more common Angus. It means 'one strength' or 'one spirit'. The name was originally used as a nickname for someone perceived as strong or spirited. In medieval Scotland, it may have also referred to someone from the region of Angus. Over time, Elgie has evolved into a unique first name in its own right.
The name Elgie experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the given period, with a notable peak occurring during World War I. Between 1915 and 1919, there were consistently high numbers of births each year, reaching a maximum of 32 births in 1918. However, after this peak, the number of births named Elgie began to decline rapidly, with only 6 births or fewer recorded per year from 1970 onwards. Overall, over this period, there were a total of 814 babies named Elgie.